Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that investigates topics relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in technology-enhanced learning have provided the means for learners in all parts of the world to be participants in online classes. These massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that elearning institutions are having to attend to today because online education technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the schooling provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like Faroe Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators get a handle on poor learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing desideratum to better understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Professors and numerous other participants would like to understand these intriguing new open educational initiatives. Universities want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this need for knowledge the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This gripping new book also addresses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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